Buddy Hull’s Talkin’ Funny Cars Shines the Spotlight on Dave Richards

The latest installment of Talkin’ Funny Cars with Buddy Hull drops tonight, and this week’s featured guest is Dave Richards, the SCAG Racing/BlueBird Turf Funny Car pilot. Fans can catch the premiere at 8 p.m. ET and again at 8 p.m. PT on the NHRA FAST Channel.

Richards’ conversation with Hull pulls back the curtain on a career path that’s anything but ordinary. Viewers will hear him open up about what it’s like to compete in one of drag racing’s most grueling categories while carrying the frame of a bigger driver—a challenge that adds another layer to an already demanding sport. Beyond the track, Richards shares the deeper meaning of getting to compete alongside his brother, making his journey not just about wins and losses, but about family and the bond racing creates.

He also gives credit to SCAG, his sponsor, for believing in his ability and investing in his future. Their backing has not only propelled his career but also strengthened his passion for the Funny Car class.

“Dave is one of the most relatable and inspiring guys out here in Funny Car,” said Buddy Hull, host of Talkin’ Funny Cars. “He’s proof that passion and perseverance matter more than size, and his story about racing with family and having a sponsor like SCAG behind him is one every fan should hear. He talks a lot about his fellow SCAG teammates, and what their comradery means to him, proving once again that he’s truly just a great guy.”

Fans don’t need cable or a subscription to tune in. The NHRA FAST Channel streams for free across 13 different outlets, including The Roku Channel (USA & Canada), Samsung TV Plus, Tubi, and Sling Freestream. Once tonight’s premiere wraps, the episode will also be uploaded to the Talkin’ Funny Cars with Buddy Hull YouTube channel for on-demand viewing.

For Richards, the appearance is more than just an interview—it’s a chance to show fans a side of himself they may not have seen before.

“Racing Funny Cars is a dream for me and doing it with my family and with SCAG Racing’s support makes it even more special,” said Richards. “Talking with Buddy gave me a chance to share who I am beyond the car, and I hope fans connect with that.”

Hull’s weekly series will continue rolling out new episodes every Wednesday night for the remainder of the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season. Upcoming guests are set to include Jim Dunn, Jeff Diehl, Alexis DeJoria, Tim Wilkerson, Mike Neff, and others—ensuring fans get an inside look at the people who make Funny Car racing what it is.